Fumaric acid NEW

Product Name: Fumaric Acid (Industrial Grade & Food Grade)
Chemical Name: Trans‑Butenedioic Acid
CAS Number: 110‑17‑8
EINECS Number: 203‑743‑0
Molecular Formula: C₄H₄O₄
Molecular Weight: 116.07 g/mol

1. Product Description

Fumaric Acid is a white crystalline dicarboxylic acid widely used as an acidulant, flavor enhancer, intermediate, and additive in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

• Food Grade: Meets FCC and E297 standards for food additives.

• Industrial Grade: Used as a raw material in resin, polyester, plasticizer, and chemical manufacturing.

2. Typical Properties

Food Grade (FCC / E297)

3. Applications

• Food Grade:

• Acidulant and flavor enhancer in beverages, confectionery, bakery products

• pH regulator and preservative in processed food

• Ingredient in nutritional supplements and pharmaceutical formulations

• Industrial Grade:

• Intermediate for unsaturated polyester resins and alkyd resins

• Used in plasticizers, coatings, and surfactants

• Component in detergents and specialty chemicals

4. Packaging

• Standard: 25 kg paper bags or fiber drums with inner polyethylene liners

• Custom packaging: Available upon request

5. Storage & Shelf Life

• Store in a cool, dry, well‑ventilated area away from moisture and direct sunlight

• Shelf life: 24 months in unopened original packaging

6. Safety & Regulatory Information

• Food Grade: Complies with FCC and EU E297 standards for food additives

• Handling: Avoid inhalation of dust; use gloves and goggles in industrial applications

• First Aid:

• Inhalation: Move to fresh air

• Skin contact: Rinse with water

• Eye contact: Flush with plenty of water

• Ingestion: Rinse mouth, seek medical attention if necessary

7. Quality Assurance

Each batch is produced under strict quality control procedures and supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (COA).